The Active Lifestyles team at Cambridge City Council offers weekly Strength & Balance activities, including t'ai chi and chair yoga, designed to support the health and well-being of frailer, older adults. These classes are open to everyone, particularly those using walking aids or wheelchairs, and foster social interaction through regular physical activity.
### Class Details:
- **Strength & Balance Classes**:
- **Locations & Times**:
- School Court (Mill Road) - Mondays; 10-11 AM
- Lichfield Hall (Arbury) - Mondays; 2-3 PM
- Nightingale Pavilion (Queen Edith) - Tuesdays; 1-2 PM
- Talbot House (Cherry Hinton) - Tuesdays; 2-3 PM
- Mansel Court (Arbury) - Tuesdays; 3:45-4:45 PM
- St Thomas's Hall (Coleridge) - Tuesdays; 11:30 AM-12:15 PM
- Ditchburn Court (Mill Road) - Wednesdays; 10:30-11:30 AM
- Ditton Court (Abbey) - Fridays; 11 AM-12 PM
- Meadows Community Centre (Arbury) - Fridays; 1-2 PM (Starting August 1, 2025)
- **T'ai Chi and Chair Yoga**:
- **Location**: Nightingale Pavilion (Queen Edith)
- **Times**:
- T'ai Chi - Fridays; 10:30-11:30 AM
- Chair Yoga - Fridays; 12-1 PM
### Eligibility & Fees:
- Classes are £3 per session for non-residents of Assisted Living Schemes (increasing to £3.50 from September 2025) and £2.50 for residents (increasing to £3 from September 2025).
### Booking Information:
- Advance booking is not required for Strength & Balance classes, but first-time participants should contact us for suitability and availability.
- **Contact for First-Time Participants**: [Insert phone number] or email us at [Insert email address].
- Advanced booking is required for t'ai chi and chair yoga sessions. Please contact the Active Lifestyles team directly or book online at [https://bookwhen.com/camsport](https://bookwhen.com/camsport).
### Important Notes:
- All classes are led by qualified instructors (minimum Level 2 Fitness Professional).
- Locations may change; visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
**Join us to enhance your strength and balance – we look forward to welcoming you to our classes!**
Categories:
Exercise and fitness classes
Leaving hospital
Activities for older people
Connecting with others
Getting active
Managing a long-term health condition
Mental health
Services for older people
Service access criteria:
All welcome!
Additional needs catered for:
Wheelchair accessible
Learning difficulty friendly
Physical disability friendly
